Law enforcement action Nov. 6 through 24

While en route to the county jail, Patrolman Marc Eustace witnessed a multi-vehicle crash that had just occurred on Rt. 18 in Colts Neck. The officer stood by and assisted with the injured parties until the arrival of other officers.

NOV 8

During the early morning hours, police stopped a 23-year-old Long Branch man for an equipment violation. He was subsequently charged with driving without a license, never having secured a license. He was also given field sobriety tests at the scene, which he passed. He was released on summonses with a pending court date. The vehicle was released to a properly licensed driver. Patrolman David Lipari was the investigating officer, and was assisted by Patrolmen Wray Burritt.

After stopping a 59-year-old Neptune woman for speeding on Main Street, police arrested her for driving while intoxicated. She was arrested, processed, and released into the custody of a responsible/sober adult. She was issued summonses for speeding, reckless driving, and driving while intoxicated [DWI], all with a pending court date. Her vehicle was also impounded. Lipari was the arresting officer and was assisted by Eustace and Special Officer Whitney Molinelli.

Police stopped a 32-year-old Long Branch man for an equipment violation and found he was driving without a license, never having secured a license. He was processed and released on two summonses with a ending court date. The vehicle was released to a properly licensed driver. Patrolman Scott Rapolla was the investigating officer and was assisted by Eustace.

NOV 11

Police took a report of malicious mischief that occurred at two different locations around town. The incidents involved realtor signs that were placed on private properties. These incidents remain under investigation.

NOV 12

Patrolman Anthony Carafa and K-9 Bia performed a demonstration for a Cub Scout’s group in Brick Township.

NOV 15

Police responded to an Allen Avenue address when an off-duty Allenhurst officer noticed suspicious activity at a residence that was believed to be vacant. The subjects were checked and after contacting the home owner, it was determined they had permission to be there. Sergeant James Rogers and Lipari were the officers involved.

NOV 20

Officers responded to a business located near the train tracks for a report of a suspicious person who tried to enter a business that was closed for the day. Officers checked the area and the subject could not be located. Officers assisted observing an employee walk to her vehicle to ensure she made it safely.

NOV 21

Police responded to a Lake Drive address for a report of a dispute between a resident and a nearby worker. The matter was resolved while the officer was on scene. Patrolman Michael DiBona was the responding officer.

NOV 22

After stopping a 38-year-old Long Branch woman for driving at an excessive speed police administered field sobriety tests to her which she successfully completed. She was released on a traffic summons and agreed to find another way home due to medical issues she was experiencing. Lipari was the investigating officer.

Police stopped a 28-year-old Neptune woman for an equipment violation and found she was driving without a license, never having secured a license. She was processed and released on summonses with a pending court date. Rapolla was the arresting officer.

NOV 23

Officers responded to a Main Street location for a report of a dispute involving a taxi. The matter was resolved while the officers were on scene with no charges filed. DiBona was the investigating officer.

NOV 24

Police responded to a motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Allen and Norwood avenues that involved three vehicles. Two of the vehicles had to be towed from the scene. The Allenhurst First Aid Squad and Allenhurst Fire Department responded as well. One subject was transported to a local hospital and the incident remains under investigation. Eustace was the investigating officer.